FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER POST-MASTER CERTIFICATE (FNP-PMC) Program Description 4-18 Months *10-37 Semester Credits The Family Nurse Practitioner is designed to expand the knowledge of the nurse as it relates to the role of the family nurse practitioner and advanced nursing practice. Family nurse practitioners serve as the primary health care providers in many diverse practice settings including, but not limited to, private medical offices, health clinics and acute care settings. The Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master program integrates theory and practical application through lecture, laboratory, and clinical experiences to address a wide range of primary care needs, order diagnostic tests, apply evidence-based research when caring for the family and manage common acute, chronic health problems of individuals from infancy through late adulthood. The FNP program focuses on developing the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver nursing care to persons of all ages across primary care settings. This program prepares the successful and licensed graduate for an entry level position as an advanced practice nurse. Admission Requirements In addition to the general admission requirements and procedures, applicants wishing to be considered for admission to the Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master Certificate program must: 1. Complete a program application 2. Hold an earned Master of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited institution recognized by the United States Department of Education or a foreign master s degree evaluated by an approved agency indicating equivalency to a Master of Science Degree in Nursing earned at an accredited institution in the U.S. (Official college transcript or evaluation must be received before the end of the first term) 3. Be eligible to meet externship/preceptorship requirements 4. *Nurses holding current nurse practitioner certification may only be required to complete 10-16 credits 5. Complete a gap analysis for degree plan evaluation Prerequisite Requirements Successful completion of the Ethics, Information Literacy and Professional Writing Seminar prior to starting the program. General Program Information Applicants accepted into the Family Nurse Practitioner Post Master s Certificate program may be required to complete additional background checks and drug screenings during or at the completion of the program. 121
Credential Issued Post Master s Certificate PROGRAMMATIC ACCREDITATION STATUS The Family Nurse Practitioner program is not programmatically accredited. Miami Regional University does not guarantee eligibility for licensure/certification. The Master of Science in Nursing program holds pre-accreditation status from the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). Please see page 11 of the University Catalog for additional information. This nursing education program is a candidate for accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). MRU is not currently programmatically accredited by a recognized nursing agency. Students enrolled in the Family Nurse Practitioner program are not eligible for certification as a nurse practitioner. Delivery Mode This program is offered face-to-face (onsite). PRECEPTORSHIP A clinical preceptorship is required throughout various courses in the program. Students are required to secure their own preceptor. Preceptors must be approved by the Office of Academic Affairs prior to the start of the preceptorship. Please refer to the student handbook for additional information. Students who do not provide a preceptor will be appointed one by the University, for an additional fee. 122
PROGRAM OUTLINE Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Masters Certificate Semester I Credits Hours MSN5150 Advanced Pathophysiology 3 45 MSN5200 Advanced Health Assessment 3 45 MSN5350 Advanced Pharmacology 3 45 Semester I Totals 9 135 Semester II MSN5550 Health Promotion: Prevention of Disease 3 45 MSN5600 Diagnosis, Symptom and Illness Management 3 60 MSN5700 Advanced Practice in Primary Care 6 180 Semester II Totals 12 285 Semester III MSN6050 Advanced Practice in Primary Care Women s Health 5 165 MSN6150 Advanced Practice in Primary Care Pediatrics 5 165 Semester III Totals 10 330 Semester IV MSN6400 Role Development in Family Practice: Clinical Integration 6 210 Semester IV Totals 6 210 PROGRAM TOTALS 37 960 *Current Certified Nurses Practitioners Nurses holding current nurse practitioner certification may only need to complete 10-16 credits depending on their current certification specialty. Each applicant will be considered individually based on transcripts from their previous nurse practitioner program, their current board certification and clinical experience as a nurse practitioner. Certifications Currently Considered: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP Pediatric Primary Care NP Acute Care NP Adult Care NP The following courses may be required based on review of individual transcripts, certification and experience: Family Nurse Practitioner College Credit Certificate Currently Certified Nurse Practitioners Semester I Credits Hours MSN5700 Advanced Practice in Primary Care 6 180 MSN6050 Advanced Practice in Primary Care Women s Health 5 165 MSN6150 Advanced Practice in Primary Care Pediatrics 5 165 MSN6400 Role Development in Family Practice: Clinical Integration 6 210 123
All candidates must have evidence of graduate course work in advanced health assessment, advanced pathophysiology and advanced pharmacology. Graduate Nursing Concentration Course Failure Only one repeat of the SAME nursing concentration course (MSN) is permitted for students enrolled in the nursing program. A second failure of the SAME nursing concentration course (MSN) will result in the student being dismissed from the nursing program. Failing three nursing concentration courses (MSN) of any combination, including courses repeated, will result in the student being dismissed from the nursing program. A grade of WF is treated as a course failure. Students with two W grades for the same course shall be considered as a single course failure. A student with a total of three W grades in the same course or with a total of three W grades in any combination of nursing concentration courses shall be dismissed from the nursing program. Specific Course Grading Requirements Students must successfully pass all components of nursing (MSN) concentration courses to receive a passing grade. Failing any component (lecture, lab, simulation and externship) will result in a recorded grade of F for all components of the course attempted. FAILURE TO COMPLETE REQUIRED PRACTICUM HOURS Students must complete all required practicum hours with a University approved preceptor. Failure to complete all required hours prior to the last day of the course shall result in a course failure to include all associated course components (Lecture/Lab, etc.). Failure to complete all practicum requirements such as logs, case lists, documentation, or failure to submit a completed end of course evaluation signed by the preceptor, clinical instructor and student by the last day of the course shall result in a course failure. Falsification of time logs, misrepresenting practicum hours or false documentation to include client encounters shall result in course failure and further disciplinary action up to, and including program dismissal. A Post-Master s Certificate will be issued to each student who successfully completes the program requirements and satisfies graduation requirements: 1. Student has a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 2. Student has completed and passed all required externship hours 3. Student is current with financial obligations to the University 4. Student has met with the Office of Career Services for assistance with job placement or provides documentation of employment 5. Student has completed Exit Interview with the Office of Financial Aid 6. Student has completed the Graduation Clearance form and submitted it to the Office of the Registrar at least 60 days before the last day of class. 124
Program Description Other Costs Estimated Explanation ***Practicum Credentialing Fee (Preceptor credentialing) **Practicum Affiliation $5,850.00 *Bring Your Own Device (BOD) MRU App $ 400.00 Cost to verify Preceptor Credentials Charged when student is assigned a Preceptor by MRU $ 99.00 Tablet Configuration Application Fee $ 100.00 Application Fee ARNP Licensure FL BON - Application Fee $ 100.00 ARNP Licensure FL BON - Application Fee Asus Laptop and Warranty $ 399.00 Purchase of ASUS Laptop Background Check Level II $ 100.00 Background Check Level II FDLE LiveScan $ 100.00 CastleBranch, includes All Counties of Residence, NW Sex Offender Registry, NW Healthcare Fraud & Abuse Scan, Social Security Alert, and Residency History, Fingerprints CastleBranch, includes All Counties of Residence, NW Sex Offender Registry, NW Healthcare Fraud & Abuse Scan, Social Security Alert, and Residency History, Fingerprints Certification $ 400.00 Certification Preparation Certified Background Practicum Clearance Verification $ 40.00 CastleBranch-Medical Manager Document Clinical Evaluation Portfolio System $ 120.00 Typhon Clinical Make Up Hours cost per hour $ 15.00 Copies of academic records ---cost per page Course Make Up Exam and Proctor Fee Credit through standardized examination (Test Out) cost per exam Cost per hour to make up missed Clinical hours $ 1.00 Copies of academic records $ 40.00 Cost to make up a missed exam $ 100.00 Test Out Diagnostic Kit $ 350.00 Tuning fork, Otoscope, pen light, etc. Drug Screening (per test) $ 40.00 CastleBranch Drug Test 125
Program Description Foreign Translation/Evaluation (Up to $450) Other Costs Estimated Explanation $ - Josef & Silny Fee (varies) Book Fee Variable For individual Book Fees see Appendix Graduation Fee $ 150.00 Graduation Fee Lab Coat $ 60.00 Purchase of Lab Coat Lab Fee (Per Semester where Lab Course is required) $ 150.00 Lab Fee (Per Semester where Lab Course is required) Parking Fee (Per Term) $ 25.00 Cost to park in MRU assigned parking Practice Board Exam $ 150.00 Practice Board Exam Practicum Hour Make Up hour cost per $ 15.00 Cost per hour to make up missed Practicum hours Practicum Insurance 12 month $ 300.00 Practicum Insurance 12 month Practicum Malpractice Insurance (12 months) $ 300.00 Practicum/Clinical Fee $ 200.00 Clinical Fee Registration Fee $ 100.00 Registration Fee Review Courses $ 630.00 Review Courses Scrubs -School Specific (i.e. school logo, 2 sets) Practicum Malpractice Insurance (12 months) $ 80.00 2 Sets of Uniforms Student Badge ID $ 50.00 Student ID Student Badge ID Replacement Fee $ 25.00 Replacement of lost or stolen ID Student Services, Technology and Media Fee (Per Semester) $ 120.00 Transfer Credit Evaluation $ 120.00 Cost for use of internet, WIFI, Online library periodicals, etc. Cost to Evaluate transcripts for Transfer Credits Tuition Cost per Credit $ 600.00 Tuition Cost per Credit * This is an estimated cost of tuition and fees based on information provided at the time of enrollment. Costs are subject to change. Waiver of Practicum Affiliation Fee for students securing an approved preceptor only. **This is a One-time fee for all students entering practicum. 126